Medieval Glossary

Barracks

One or more permanent structures (as distinguished from huts and tents) for the accommodation of soldiers, which have usually a square or open place in front for the purpose of drill and parade.

Related term(s): None
Category: Military - General
Added: 09.09.05
Source information: Wilhelm, Thomas. A Military Dictionary and Gazetteer. Philadelphia: L.R. Hamersly & Co., 1881. 46.

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